Learn which assets are most commonly used to fund a gift.

Test tubes in a lab

Stocks & Bonds

Giving appreciated stock that you have owned for more than one year is one of the most tax-advantaged ways to make charitable gifts. With careful planning, you can reduce your capital gains tax while supporting Scripps Research.
Researcher working in a lab

Retirement Assets

A gift of your retirement assets, such as an employee retirement plan, IRA, or tax-sheltered annuity, is an excellent way to make a gift. A gift of these assets can shield your heirs from taxes while funding Scripps Research's future.
Researcher in a lab, in full safety gear

Life Insurance

Life insurance is a valuable asset for making a charitable gift. You can make a gift of a life insurance policy without diminishing other investments or assets earmarked for family members.
Researcher's hand in a lab using the tools

Real Estate

A gift of real estate allows you to preserve your cash assets, receive tax and income advantages, and make a significant charitable gift to Scripps Research.
abstract image of science

Personal Property

A gift of artwork, coins, antiques, or other personal property can be an excellent way to support Scripps Research.
campus

Donor-Advised Fund

A Donor-Advised Fund can provide you with immediate tax benefits while making your charitable giving easier for years to come. Might a donor-advised fund be right for you? Here’s how it works.